Blossom Watch 2021
Alan Millington
2021-03-26 10:31:19
This table shows the total count of hashtags used where the various combinations are used by twitter users. When the tweet does not contain a hashtag, but contains the keywords it falls into the ‘no hashtag’ group. If any new hashtags are required to be tracked, please let me know and this can be easily updated.
| hashtag | count |
|---|---|
| blossom | 2679 |
| blossomwatch | 1705 |
| NationalTrust + BlossomWatch | 33 |
| EveryoneNeedsNature | 318 |
| No Hashtag (Text contains keywords) | 1848 |
Timeline
Tweets by day
Frequency of tweets broken down by day. 
Tweets by day and time
Filtered for dates March, London time. Tweet frequency broken down by day and hour of day.
Users
Top tweeters
Top twitter users that have tweeted more than 10 tweets containing the #blossom hashtag. 
Sources
Breakdown of twitter source clients that have used the #blossom hashtag. 
Network Replies
The “replies network”, composed from users who reply directly to one another where the hashtag or keyword of blossom was part of the message text. Complied on Friday 19th March.
Network Mentions
The “mentions network” is where users mention other users in their tweets and those tweets contain a keyword such as blossom. The large network (mid-right) is the National Trust twitter account. The smaller networks are key influencers that have shared blossom tweets with their network which have subsequently shared it to their followers too.
Retweets
Top retweets
Top re-tweeters and total re-tweet counts.
| screen_name | text | retweet_count |
|---|---|---|
| nationaltrust | Pause to soak up the sweet scents and soft songs emanating from blossom branches. These colourful trees are a feast for the senses. #BlossomWatch https://t.co/GsXfF5KPAE | 244 |
| DrDarrenRFlower | Central Park New York #spring #spring2021 #blossom #cherry https://t.co/Oimq2hRU1k | 155 |
| nationaltrust | There’s beauty in the small things if only we look closely. Notice the little things for a soothing moment in nature. #EveryoneNeedsNature https://t.co/rg7cQas2CZ | 132 |
| nationaltrust | Happily dancing in the breeze, a golden daffodil is full of cheer. #EveryoneNeedsNature https://t.co/hSOWdCCnPL | 127 |
| nationaltrust | Everywhere these delicate flowers emerge, they bring delight with them. Thanks to everyone who’s helped spread the joys of blossom so far - keep the photos coming with #BlossomWatch. Photos: Joanna A, Catherine A, Shonali B, Cara W. https://t.co/6znNDEdvKC | 123 |
| MikeDoylePhotos | Autumnal view at Sheffield Park, East Sussex. #Sussex #England #NationalTrust #landscape #landscapephotography #travel #travelphotography #photo #photography #photooftheday #NaturePhotography https://t.co/FqII3JWs8w | 106 |
| nationaltrust | Turns out we’re not the only ones who enjoy spending time beneath the blossom trees. #BlossomWatch https://t.co/pgg8iYHQvi | 83 |
| nationaltrust | When you see the blossom dancing in the breeze, pause to notice the bewitching perfume drifting along with it. #BlossomWatch https://t.co/Kh68Hh3iMx | 79 |
| nationaltrust | One of life’s simple pleasures that can be enjoyed from anywhere. Engross yourself in the calming colours of a sunrise. #EveryoneNeedsNature https://t.co/l5xkDICUPn | 72 |
| MikeDoylePhotos | Early autumn at Sheffield Park, East Sussex. #Sussex #England #NationalTrust #landscape #landscapephotography #travel #travelphotography #photo #photography #photooftheday #NaturePhotography https://t.co/fqSC6f0xMQ | 67 |
Favourites
Favourite proportion
How many times a tweet was saved a favourite that contained the blossom keywords. 
Top favourites
| screen_name | text | favorite_count |
|---|---|---|
| nationaltrust | Pause to soak up the sweet scents and soft songs emanating from blossom branches. These colourful trees are a feast for the senses. #BlossomWatch https://t.co/GsXfF5KPAE | 1131 |
| DrDarrenRFlower | Central Park New York #spring #spring2021 #blossom #cherry https://t.co/Oimq2hRU1k | 853 |
| nationaltrust | Turns out we’re not the only ones who enjoy spending time beneath the blossom trees. #BlossomWatch https://t.co/pgg8iYHQvi | 809 |
| nationaltrust | There’s beauty in the small things if only we look closely. Notice the little things for a soothing moment in nature. #EveryoneNeedsNature https://t.co/rg7cQas2CZ | 782 |
| nationaltrust | Happily dancing in the breeze, a golden daffodil is full of cheer. #EveryoneNeedsNature https://t.co/hSOWdCCnPL | 704 |
| nationaltrust | Everywhere these delicate flowers emerge, they bring delight with them. Thanks to everyone who’s helped spread the joys of blossom so far - keep the photos coming with #BlossomWatch. Photos: Joanna A, Catherine A, Shonali B, Cara W. https://t.co/6znNDEdvKC | 700 |
| MikeDoylePhotos | Autumnal view at Sheffield Park, East Sussex. #Sussex #England #NationalTrust #landscape #landscapephotography #travel #travelphotography #photo #photography #photooftheday #NaturePhotography https://t.co/FqII3JWs8w | 692 |
| MikeDoylePhotos | Early autumn at Sheffield Park, East Sussex. #Sussex #England #NationalTrust #landscape #landscapephotography #travel #travelphotography #photo #photography #photooftheday #NaturePhotography https://t.co/fqSC6f0xMQ | 575 |
| JuliaBradbury | Spending time to dwell on nature can improve your wellbeing- research shows that just 20 mins can improve your mood.Only 6% take the time to celebrate things like the first seasonal first day of spring. @nationaltrust is helping to plant more blossom trees #BlossomWatch #hanami https://t.co/UkuU9I6x91 | 543 |
| nationaltrust | Who else is buzzing with excitement at the blossom appearing? We love hearing the calming hum of bees enjoying the flowers. #BlossomWatch Photo: Rosie S, @ClivedenNT https://t.co/JGcihvsoCV | 540 |
Quotes
Top quotes
Joining, by = “quoted_status_id”
| screen_name | text | quote_count |
|---|---|---|
| eastdevon | #BlossomWatch campaign: @nationaltrust invites us to share and celebrate blossom to spread the joy of spring. Take a moment on your daily exercise to look for birds, butterflies or bees on blossom trees near your home. Shared by #EDDChealth https://t.co/GyqfHL921h | 4 |
| Ms_SJP | Well the National Trust’s #blossomwatch hashtag is my new favourite thing, I have to say! <U+0001F338> https://t.co/i4cj9FF1VX | 4 |
| LBGAmbEast | Some wonderful images on @nationaltrust’s #BlossomWatch thread https://t.co/1XSkaKnQZc | 4 |
| NaturalEngland | Our research shows that nature is more important than ever to us since the pandemic started. We’re taking more notice of small changes in nature and signs of spring, like beautiful apple blossom. Share your pictures of blossom with @NationalTrust using <U+0001F338>#BlossomWatch <U+0001F338> https://t.co/KlDTIYa46E | 4 |
| LilianGreenwood | Lots of us are enjoying the signs of spring and taking photos on our daily walks, but until today I didn’t realise that this was a thing with its own hashtag! #BlossomWatch https://t.co/VvMiQTmKJu | 3 |
| Ruth_Hawley | Loved seeing this mixed pink and white blossom on my walk today. Blossom never fails to make me smile. #BlossomWatch https://t.co/RPr10FJ8ff https://t.co/qoO5Yf11sC | 3 |
| LauraSkitt_ | I love blossom trees so much. It reminds me spring is nearly here which means my birthday is nearly here (end of April, but still!) #BlossomWatch <U+0001F338> https://t.co/gB9yiEInEo | 3 |
| SpiralStripeArt | Loving the @nationaltrust latest campaign #BlossomWatch which I know my #SMM friends will appreciate as a brilliant example of user-generated content! <U+0001F338> The campaign has even been advertised on <U+0001F4FA> @1OFFGINGER @sociallymaz @TechPixies @hellosocialLdn @muchmoresocial https://t.co/EGyVKh0Vht | 3 |
| JamesGardening | Share with everyone your blossom pics using the #BlossomWatch and national trust. plenty of amazing pictures to view. https://t.co/57ZDpy4865 | 3 |
| heritage_lizzie | Yes! Here’s magnolia on the school run today #blossomwatch My favourite time of year. @nationaltrust https://t.co/7nq3iQrw5J https://t.co/Mg7BMMOZ4V | 3 |
Media
Media count
Shows tweets where a piece of media was shared such as images or videos. 
Top media
| screen_name | text | favorite_count |
|---|---|---|
| nationaltrust | Pause to soak up the sweet scents and soft songs emanating from blossom branches. These colourful trees are a feast for the senses. #BlossomWatch https://t.co/GsXfF5KPAE | 1131 |
| DrDarrenRFlower | Central Park New York #spring #spring2021 #blossom #cherry https://t.co/Oimq2hRU1k | 853 |
| nationaltrust | Turns out we’re not the only ones who enjoy spending time beneath the blossom trees. #BlossomWatch https://t.co/pgg8iYHQvi | 809 |
| nationaltrust | There’s beauty in the small things if only we look closely. Notice the little things for a soothing moment in nature. #EveryoneNeedsNature https://t.co/rg7cQas2CZ | 782 |
| nationaltrust | Happily dancing in the breeze, a golden daffodil is full of cheer. #EveryoneNeedsNature https://t.co/hSOWdCCnPL | 704 |
| nationaltrust | Everywhere these delicate flowers emerge, they bring delight with them. Thanks to everyone who’s helped spread the joys of blossom so far - keep the photos coming with #BlossomWatch. Photos: Joanna A, Catherine A, Shonali B, Cara W. https://t.co/6znNDEdvKC | 700 |
| MikeDoylePhotos | Autumnal view at Sheffield Park, East Sussex. #Sussex #England #NationalTrust #landscape #landscapephotography #travel #travelphotography #photo #photography #photooftheday #NaturePhotography https://t.co/FqII3JWs8w | 692 |
| MikeDoylePhotos | Early autumn at Sheffield Park, East Sussex. #Sussex #England #NationalTrust #landscape #landscapephotography #travel #travelphotography #photo #photography #photooftheday #NaturePhotography https://t.co/fqSC6f0xMQ | 575 |
| JuliaBradbury | Spending time to dwell on nature can improve your wellbeing- research shows that just 20 mins can improve your mood.Only 6% take the time to celebrate things like the first seasonal first day of spring. @nationaltrust is helping to plant more blossom trees #BlossomWatch #hanami https://t.co/UkuU9I6x91 | 543 |
| nationaltrust | Who else is buzzing with excitement at the blossom appearing? We love hearing the calming hum of bees enjoying the flowers. #BlossomWatch Photo: Rosie S, @ClivedenNT https://t.co/JGcihvsoCV | 540 |
Most liked media image
Tweet text
The top 150 words used 3 or more times within tweet which contain keywords around blossom. Words removed: blossom, blossomwatch, nationaltrust, everyoneneedsnature.
Tweets by Tweet Length
Blossom Sentiment Analysis - Visualisation
This process analyses each word within the tweet and then categorises the tweet into one of 8 main categories and polarity. Each triangle in the plot is a tweet where one of the blossom keywords was found and the overall tweet was categorised. Blossom related tweets show strong ‘positive’ and ‘joy’ correlations based on the language used by tweeters. 